Position Title: Machine Learning Engineer
Position Type: Full-time, On-Site
Location: Huntsville, AL
Clearance: Active TS
Description:
Waypoint's client is seeking a Machine Learning Engineer to support mission-critical efforts within a secure environment at the Missile and Space Intelligence Center. This role focuses on developing, integrating, and operationalizing machine learning solutions that support advanced analytics and intelligence capabilities.
The selected candidate will work across the full machine learning lifecycle, from building data pipelines and training models to deploying and monitoring production systems. This position requires a strong blend of software engineering and data science expertise, with a focus on scalability, performance, and system integration.
Responsibilities:
โขIntegrate machine learning systems into existing software architectures and enterprise platforms
โขDesign, build, and optimize data pipelines to support model training and inference
โขDevelop, test, and deploy machine learning models into production environments
โขManage transition from prototype to production, including deployment pipelines and monitoring solutions
โขMonitor model performance, including handling model drift, rollback, and failure scenarios
โขConduct experiments and testing to evaluate and improve model accuracy and performance
โขWrite clean, maintainable, and testable code in Python and related technologies
โขCollaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate ML capabilities into mission systems
โขUtilize CI/CD pipelines and GitOps practices to support automated deployment and version control
โขSupport development in Linux and Windows environments
Required:
โขActive TS clearance (with ability to obtain TS/SCI with CI Polygraph)
โขBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, or related technical field
โขMinimum 12+ years of overall experience, including 1-3 years working with machine learning frameworks
โขStrong programming skills in Python
โขExperience with machine learning frameworks, libraries, and data modeling techniques
โขSolid understanding of the machine learning lifecycle
โขExperience working with SQL and NoSQL databases
โขExperience working in Linux and Windows environments
โขFamiliarity with CI/CD pipelines and Agile development methodologies
โขUnderstanding of software design and system integration principles
Desired:
โขActive TS/SCI with CI Polygraph (desired)
โขExperience working with large-scale (petabyte-level) datasets
โขExperience supporting multi-INT analytics environments
โขExperience deploying, monitoring, and scaling machine learning models in production
โขExperience with tools such as Docker, Jupyter Notebooks, PostgreSQL, GitLab, and GitHub
โขExperience implementing GitOps workflows
โขExperience working in secure or classified environment